All-U.P. Boys Basketball Honors Announced
The Upper Peninsula Sportswriters and Sportscasters Association has revealed the All-U.P. boy’s basketball award winners, including major awards, dream team selections, and special mentions.
Major Awards
Let's kick things off with the major awards that were dished out by the Upper Peninsula Sportswriters and Sportscasters Association. These accolades are the cream of the crop, highlighting the best of the best in U.P. boys' basketball.
| Mr. Basketball | Jonny Ingalls, St. Ignace |
|---|---|
| Division 1-3 Player of the Year | Oskar Kangas, Iron Mountain |
| Division 4 Player of the Year | Jonny Ingalls, St. Ignace |
| Division 1-3 Coach of the Year | Dan Olkkonen, Kingsford |
| Division 4 Coach of the Year | Doug Ingalls, St. Ignace |
| Division 1-2 Team of the Year | Marquette |
| Division 3 Team of the Year | Menominee |
| Division 4 Team of the Year | St. Ignace |
Dream Team
The Dream Team is like assembling the Avengers of U.P. boys' basketball – a powerhouse lineup that strikes fear into the hearts of opponents and dazzles fans with their skills on the court.
- Levi Frahm, Jeffers
- Gavin Grondin, Kingsford
- Oskar Kangas, Iron Mountain
- Jacob MacPhee, Marquette
- Jonny Ingalls, St. Ignace
This star-studded roster is a force to be reckoned with, showcasing the top talent that the Upper Peninsula has to offer.
Division 1-3 First Team
The Division 1-3 First Team is where you'll find the elite players who have left it all on the court, earning their spot among the best of the best in their respective divisions.
- Nate Koepp, Sault Ste. Marie
- Ethan Marta, Westwood
- Gavin Saunders, Negaunee
- Matthew Schutz, Jeffers
- Tanner Theuerkauf, Menominee
These ballers have proven themselves time and time again, showcasing their skills and leading their teams to victory.
Division 1-3 Second Team
The Division 1-3 Second Team is no slouch either, featuring players who have made significant contributions to their teams and have earned recognition for their hard work and dedication to the game.
- Wyatt Demers, Manistique
- Kaden Gibbs, Gladstone
- Luke Hill, Houghton
- Drake Johnson, Gladstone
- Jaxon Jurmu, Marquette
- Caden Luoma, Ishpeming
- Andrew Niemi, Westwood
- Gerald Sampoll-Torres, Iron Mountain
- Trevor Theuerkauf, Menominee
- Shane Wallin, Escanaba
This talented group of athletes has shown that they have what it takes to compete at a high level and make an impact on the court.
Special Mention and Honorable Mention
Lastly, we have the Special Mention and Honorable Mention players who may not have made the Dream Team or First/Second Teams but have still showcased their skills and contributed to their teams' success throughout the season.
These players may not always be in the spotlight, but they play a crucial role in their teams' overall performance and deserve recognition for their efforts.
Congratulations to all the award winners and players who were recognized for their hard work and dedication to the game of basketball in the Upper Peninsula!
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